Yvonne Welsh, Miss Hampton Beach 2025, reflects on her meaningful year as she prepares to pass the crown to her successor. Welsh's reign has been marked by a commitment to community service, with her volunteering at events like the Seafood Festival and the Lowell City of Lights Parade. As a Lowell, Massachusetts native, Welsh has a deep connection to Hampton Beach, calling it a 'third space' where she can be her authentic self. This connection is rooted in her childhood summers spent at the beach, enjoying activities like swimming and getting fried dough.
The pageant itself holds a special place in Welsh's heart, as it was her first competition win. She has embraced her role as an ambassador, meeting people and learning about their experiences at Hampton Beach. One of the highlights of her reign was volunteering during the Children's Festival and the Lowell City of Lights Parade, where she witnessed the joy on children's faces.
Welsh's involvement in pageantry extends beyond the crown. She has judged competitions, such as the Lobster Roll Eating Competition, and has grown close to the Little Miss and Junior Miss winners, Victoria Mello and Estelle Carr, respectively. Welsh emphasizes the supportive community within pageantry, where women from diverse backgrounds come together.
Looking ahead, Welsh plans to continue competing in pageants, both locally and potentially on a larger scale. She has recently completed her master's degree in higher education and started her first full-time job at Assumption University. Despite her new responsibilities, Welsh remains dedicated to the pageant community, encouraging others to embrace the opportunities it offers.
In her own words, Welsh highlights the importance of pageantry, stating, 'Pageants can really be all that you make it. It's about what you bring to the table and what you stand for.' Her journey as Miss Hampton Beach 2025 serves as an inspiration to others, demonstrating the power of community service and personal growth.
